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Difference Between Motrin And Ibuprofen

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Both are NSAIDs. But:
Asa has a 14 day effect on platelet coaguability. Ibuprofen has this effect only as long as it is in the blood stream. Asa has an effect caused by de-acetylation, on thromboxane synthesis by the lining of blood vessels , which inhibits atherosclerosis. This effect does not occur with nsaids other than asa, which may slightly increase it's risk. All may decrease arthritis pain, but asa is unique.
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Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaid). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Ibuprofen is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury.
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Motrin=advil:
Motrin and advil are brand names of ibuprofen, which is an anti-inflammatory and pain reliever. Tylenol is the brand name for acetaminophen, another pain reliever. You can save some money and just go for either Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen and skip the name brands.
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Effect on baby:
Aspirin and Ibuprofen are related anti-inflammatory pain medicines. They should be avoided in pregnancy, especially in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters because they can close an important valve in the baby's heart. This valve normally closes at the time of birth which is why they can be taken post-partum. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a pain reliever that does not have this effect on the baby and is safe in pregnancy.
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They are the same.:
All medications carry two different names, there is the generic name which is the name of the actual drug (naproxen in this case) and the trade name from the company who sells it (anaprox in this case). Naproxen is sold under several other trade names but they are all essentially the same medication. Many times if you can find generic Naproxen at wal-mart you can save a dollar or two!
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